No. 6 Settling Basin
Key Takeaway
No. 6 Settling Basin is classified as significant hazard in Florida. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 57.9% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 6.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 5.8K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 330 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| NID ID | FL00699 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ASSOCIATED MINERALS LTD
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of No. 6 Settling Basin?
No. 6 Settling Basin is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates No. 6 Settling Basin?
No. 6 Settling Basin is owned by ASSOCIATED MINERALS LTD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of No. 6 Settling Basin?
No. 6 Settling Basin serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is No. 6 Settling Basin?
No. 6 Settling Basin has a dam height of 22 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was No. 6 Settling Basin last inspected?
No. 6 Settling Basin was last inspected on July 31, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.